Therapist in Jacksonville, Florida at ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC

Lakeview Health has helped thousands of people detox, recover and remain abstinent from dangerous substances. We strive to be the best in the addiction treatment field through our proven treatment programs, experienced staff, and amenity-rich campus. At Lakeview Health, we deliver experiences designed by the best team of caregivers in the nation. Through our aftercare program, we are able to extend lasting support to our alumni community.

We are seeking a Therapist to add to our dynamic team! Therapists have a primary role in the planning and delivery of evidence-based treatment to a cohort of patients with behavioral health disorders. You will conduct therapeutic sessions with individuals, groups, and families. You will use your understanding of different therapy modalities; motivational interviewing (MI); and the tenets of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to help patients progress towards their goals and live out their best future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments with newly admitted patients
• Assess and document risk of harm to self or others
• Develop a treatment plan with patient-specific goals, interventions, and timeframes
• Collaborate with treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients
• Lead process groups on a range of topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing
• Facilitate family sessions
• Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions unique to your interests and expertise
• Leverage de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries
• Promote and protect each patient’s independence, privacy, dignity, and emotional and physical well being
• Complete progress notes for individual, group, and family sessions
• Update treatment plans to reflect patient progress and challenges
• Capture any safety concerns and interventions or referrals initiated
• Document all clinical assessments as required
• Learn and follow company-established policies and procedures
• Remain current with all required trainings and certifications
• Receive biweekly supervision
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Practice respectful, compassionate, supportive communication with patients and colleagues

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree required
• Experience in addiction and mental health
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work collaboratively with diverse team and patient population.
• The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, organized, and efficient.

License Requirements

• Clinically licensed or license eligible

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